Survey shows that Manchester Library users more satisfied than ever with the city’s libraries
The Public Libraries User Survey was carried out in all 22 of Manchester’s public libraries in February 2023.
Residents encouraged to uncover the rich history of their local areas
From heritage walks and historical talks, there’s plenty of events happening in libraries across the city for Local and Community History Month.
Jill Furmanovsky exhibition launches at Manchester Central Library 'Photographing the Invisible', 50 years of rock photography
The first ever exhibition of a life’s work by renowned music photographer Jill Furmanovsky at Manchester City Library from April 15 to June 24, 2023. Admission free.
Manchester Libraries PLUS survey opens
Adult library users from across the city are being urged to have their say in the Public Library User Survey (PLUS) that will start on the 13 February.
Manchester’s Christmas book gifting appeal returns for third year
The book gifting campaign has distributed over 150,000 books to Mancunian children since March 2020.
Pioneering hub in Gorton welcomes community as doors open for the first time
The first group of organisations will begin serving local people next week (Tuesday 15 November) as the new community, integrated health and learning hub is completed.
Plaque unveiling to commemorate an important part of Manchester's theatrical past
Plaque unveiling to commemorate an important part of Manchester's theatrical past Manchester City Council have unveiled a plaque at Central Library to commemorate the Library Theatre Company.
Winners of the Children’s Library design competition announced
The winners of the Our Year: Our Card competition have been announced and the winners received printed copies of their library card designs yesterday (4 October).
Manchester’s Libraries to celebrate Black History Month
Exhibitions, live music, talks, theatre performances and storytelling are all part of Manchester Libraries’ celebration of this year’s Black History Month. All events are free to attend.
Queen Elizabeth II and Manchester Exhibition launched in Manchester Central Library
Today Manchester City Council launched a library photo and video Exhibition to commemorate the life of the late Queen Elizabeth II and her visits to Manchester.
Manchester to remember the stories behind the Caribbean Carnival
A free event that will celebrate the history of Manchester’s Caribbean Carnival is coming to Central Library this week (27 August).
Art-tastic: Children’s library card design competition launched
Read Manchester and Manchester Libraries have collaborated to launch an exciting new opportunity for children and young people to redesign the city’s library cards for its younger readers.
Overdue Library Fines to be scrapped
From the 1 April 2022 adults will no longer need to pay fines if they return their books later than the due date. If books are never returned lost book charges will still apply.
Historic Didsbury Library to close for redecoration
The Grade II library is set to be enhanced and receive a complete redecoration this month.
1921 Census is now available for free at Manchester Central Library
Manchester Central Library is from today ( 6 January 2022) playing a key role in making the 1921 Census for England and Wales freely available to view.
Manchester Central Library to offer free online service to 1921 census
Manchester Central Library will play a key role in making the 1921 Census for England and Wales freely available to view when it is published online by Findmypast on 6 January 2022.
Give the gift of reading this Christmas
Manchester Central Library Development Trust have teamed up with Read Manchester to make a difference to children and young people in Manchester this Christmas.
Libraries to fully re-open after a long year
Manchester libraries are counting down the days to Monday, 19 July when they can finally return to offering a pre-pandemic service to all their customers.
Manchester City Council joins forces with British Library to roll-out small business support across Greater Manchester
Manchester City Council has joined forces with the British Library to roll-out small business support to Greater Manchester, Blackpool and Lancaster and turbocharge the local economy.
New musical project bringing local history to life
Voices of local activism from the past are brought into the present in a new musical project live-streamed from Manchester Central Library.
Wild challenge set to keep kids reading this summer holiday
The Summer Reading Challenge is back, and for 2021 it’s inspiring young readers to stand up for the environment.
Libraries across Manchester prepare to see an increase in hours
Manchester Libraries have worked through an incredibly busy time since the official reopening of its services on 12th April. However, it is expected that the popular service will see a further increase from today, 21 June, with the opening hours of libraries increasing and closing hours the same as pre-COVID.
Shout out for books - time-limited amnesty for overdue library books!
With the gradual opening of libraries following the easing of lockdown restrictions, thousands of visitors have taken the opportunity to return to libraries across the city.
Book into Manchester Libraries for a good read during National Libraries Week
Manchester Libraries will be joining libraries up and down the country to celebrate Libraries Week from 5 - 10 October - an annual event showcasing what libraries have to offer and the vital role they play in local communities.
Phased reopening of Manchester's libraries to begin on 4 July
Manchester City Council will begin the phased process of safely welcoming residents back to their local libraries from Saturday 4 July.